Makayla Molock
Houston
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable educator with classroom experience teaching 6th grade Art of Thinking and Social Studies, along with instructional support across K–5 classrooms and multiple subject areas. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, student engagement, and collaborative instruction. Proven ability to adapt to diverse learning environments while supporting student growth and academic achievement. Currently pursuing Texas teacher certification with a Statement of Eligibility in Social Studies 4–8.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Teacher
Houston Independent School District, HISD
Houston, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Provide instructional support across grades K–5 in multiple subject areas including English, ESL, math, science, and social studies.
- Assist lead teachers with classroom instruction, small-group intervention, and classroom management.
- Support differentiated instruction to meet diverse student learning needs.
- Adapt quickly to different classroom environments while maintaining student engagement and instructional continuity.
6th Grade Art of Thinking & Social Studies Teacher
Houston Independent School District, HISD
Houston, TX
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Taught 6th grade Art of Thinking (AOT) and Social Studies at a NES campus within Houston ISD.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned to district curriculum and student learning goals.
- Maintained classroom structure and behavior expectations to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with grade-level teams and instructional staff to support student achievement and academic growth.
- Used instructional strategies that encouraged critical thinking, discussion, and student participation.
6th Grade Art of Thinking Teacher
Houston Independent School District, HISD
Houston, TX
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed and delivered engaging lessons focused on critical thinking, collaboration, and student participation.
- Managed classroom behavior and established consistent classroom expectations and procedures.
- Supported student academic growth through interactive instruction and relationship-building.
- Collaborated with campus staff and instructional teams to support student success.
Associate Teacher/Substitute Teacher, K-12
Houston Independent School District, HISD
Houston, TX
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided classroom coverage and instructional support across multiple grade levels and subject areas.
- Maintained classroom management and ensured continuity of instruction during teacher absences.
- Supported students academically and behaviorally in both general education and ESL classroom settings.
Area Manager
Amazon
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Managed and supervised 50+ employees to ensure productivity and operational efficiency.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify trends and support strategic decision-making.
- Implemented training initiatives and coached staff on workplace procedures and performance expectations.
- Collaborated with leadership teams to improve department performance and workflow organization.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX05-2020
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Support
- Behavior Management
- Communication & Collaboration
- ESL Support
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
Certification
- Statement of Eligibility (SOE), Social Studies 4–8 — Texas Education Agency
- Texas Teachers Alternative Certification Program — Currently Enrolled
Timeline
Apprentice Teacher
Houston Independent School District, HISD
07.2025 - Current
6th Grade Art of Thinking & Social Studies Teacher
Houston Independent School District, HISD
07.2024 - 06.2025
6th Grade Art of Thinking Teacher
Houston Independent School District, HISD
07.2023 - 06.2024
Associate Teacher/Substitute Teacher, K-12
Houston Independent School District, HISD
01.2023 - 06.2023
Area Manager
Amazon
01.2021 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Texas Southern University